January weather forecast
Branford, CT

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Snow on the rocks and a pier on the water of the famed Stony Creek in Brandford City, Connecticut
Snow on the rocks and a pier on the water of the famed Stony Creek in Brandford City, Connecticut

Weather in January

January represents the coldest month in Branford, Connecticut, with the temperature dipping to 25.5°F (-3.6°C) as the lowest average. A dusting of snow can be expected, being the onset of the year's snowfall. Frequent cloud cover, coupled with an average relative humidity of 74%, yields a predominantly chillsome atmosphere. Consequently, outdoor activities require adequate preparation for cold temperatures and the possibility of snowfall. Despite the cooler weather, the increase in daylight hours from December can be appreciated as the month progresses.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 35.2°F (1.8°C) at the peak and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) at the base.

Humidity

In Branford, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Branford, in January, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Branford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.7 days and collects up to 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Branford, in January, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.4 snowfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Branford, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Branford is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Branford, records 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Branford, in January, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Branford have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Branford, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Branford, CT

Average temperature in January - Branford, CT
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Branford, CT

Average pressure in January - Branford, CT
  • Average pressure in January: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Branford, CT

Average wind speed in January - Branford, CT
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Branford, CT

Average humidity in January - Branford, CT
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Branford, CT

Average rainfall in January - Branford, CT
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in January
Branford, CT

Average rainfall days in January - Branford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Branford, CT

Average snowfall in January - Branford, CT
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Branford, CT

Average snowfall days in January - Branford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Branford, CT

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Branford, CT
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Branford, CT

Average sunshine days in January - Branford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Branford, CT

Average UV index in January - Branford, CT
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Branford, CT

Average cloud cover in January - Branford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Branford, CT

Average visibility in January - Branford, CT
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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